Western Digital: Intern - Data Analytics — Biñan City, LAGUNA, Philippines

About Western Digital

Western Digital develops and manufactures data-storage technology for data centres, cloud platforms and enterprise infrastructure. Its employer introduction connects this work with the need to retain, manage and access information generated by digital systems and AI applications. The business brings engineering and manufacturing together around the physical systems behind data storage. Its described purpose is to make growing volumes of information available over time, supporting the infrastructure on which other digital services depend.

The position and its setting

Western Digital lists Intern - Data Analytics in Biñan City, LAGUNA, Philippines, under reference REF34051S. The details below separate the work described by the employer from essential conditions, preferred experience and practical preparation advice.

• Employment type: Intern
• Employer listing date: 23 October 2026
• Brands: Western Digital
• Business Function: Engineering Support
• Work Location: Biñan HICAP Office

Responsibilities and work described

• The Data Analytics / Computer Science Intern will join Western Digital's Head Backend Business Unit for a structured 3-6 month internship at the Philippines site (PHO)
• This role sits within the Engineering organization and is designed to introduce data-savvy students to the world of manufacturing analytics in a precision technology environment
• The intern will support analytics and digitalization initiatives within slider processing and HGA assembly operations, helping build tools, reports, and visualizations that support engineering and operations decision-making
• High-performing interns will be considered for conversion to the ECT -- under the BEST Program
• Key responsibilities include:
• Support: development of operational dashboards and engineering reports
• Support: data extraction, cleaning, and exploratory analysis of manufacturing datasets
• Writing scripts or queries to automate manual reporting tasks (Python, SQL, Power BI)
• Collaboration: with engineers to understand data needs and translate them into analytical outputs
• Completing a defined analytics internship project with a final presentation
• Participating in structured learning and check-in sessions throughout the program

Essential requirements and candidate background

• REQUIRED:
• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Information Technology, Statistics, Engineering with a analytics/programming focus, or a related field
• Minimum 3rd-year standing
• Proficiency: Python and/or SQL
• Demonstrated experience in data analysis or data visualization through academic projects, competitions, personal projects, or similar experience
• Available for a 3–6 month internship
• The internship is intended for students whose academic program requires or allows an internship for academic credit
• Coursework in machine learning, data mining, or statistical modeling
• Portfolio of data-related projects, such as GitHub, Kaggle, or similar platforms
• Experience: Power BI, Tableau, or equivalent data visualization tools
• Experience: Python and/or SQL programming
• Data visualization and dashboard development skills
• Analytical curiosity and the ability to ask questions and explore data independently
• Good communication skills, with the ability to explain data insights clearly and effectively
• Collaborative, proactive, and willing-to-learn mindset
• Written and verbal English communication skills
• TARGET ONBOARDING DATES
• Candidates should be available to start their internship on one of the following target dates:
• January 11/12, 2027
• April 1, 2027

Preferred experience and additional strengths

• PREFERRED:
• Exposure: manufacturing, operations, or engineering data is a plus but not required

Location, schedule and contract conditions

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• Work arrangement: On-site
• Advertised location: Biñan City, LAGUNA, Philippines

Employer details to confirm

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Pay and application dates

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How to apply to Western Digital

Applications follow the official employer page linked below. The source includes these application-specific points:

Open the official Western Digital posting below and match the title and reference REF34051S.

Compare your qualifications and experience with the essential conditions for the Biñan City, LAGUNA, Philippines position, then read the preferred criteria separately.

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• Employer states that applications and employment offers do not require payment

Practical preparation: Python

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Relevant skills

• Python
• SQL
• AI/ML
• Power BI
• data analysis
• manufacturing
• Tableau
• machine learning